Is the 1.2T engine of Volkswagen Sagitar powerful enough?

[MadelineAnn]

Volkswagen Sagitar's 1.2T engine is sufficient. Taking the 2021 Sagitar as an example, it is a compact car with the following dimensions: length 4753mm, width 1800mm, height 1462mm, wheelbase 2731mm, minimum ground clearance 108mm, and curb weight 1355kg. The 2021 Sagitar features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension, with front-wheel drive. It is equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine that delivers a maximum horsepower of 116PS, a maximum torque of 175Nm, and a maximum power of 85kW, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

[OGriffin]

My family owns a Sagitar 1.2T, which has been driven over 20,000 kilometers. The 1.2T engine is completely sufficient for city driving, especially in traffic jams where the car moves with just a light press on the accelerator. On the highway, when fully loaded, you need to press the accelerator a bit earlier for overtaking, but at 120 km/h cruising speed, the RPM is just over 2,000, and the fuel consumption is only around 5 liters. Turbocharged small-displacement engines are no longer the sluggish cars of the past. The transmission logic is tuned quite intelligently, and switching to S mode on steep slopes brings immediate power. The only downside is that you can feel a slight power loss when fully loaded with the air conditioning on while climbing steep slopes, but for daily commuting and grocery runs, it's completely stress-free.

[VanCecilia]

I've test-driven the 1.2T Sagitar several times, and the power is significantly better than the old 1.6L model. The EA211 engine paired with DSG makes the initial acceleration particularly brisk, allowing you to easily take the lead at traffic lights. The acceleration is smooth below 80 km/h, but you'll need some patience for higher-speed overtaking. This powertrain is ideal for commuters with daily trips under 20 km—even with heavier throttle input, fuel consumption stays around 7L/100km. However, if you frequently drive 300-400 km on highways every week or often climb mountain roads with a full load, the 1.5T might be a more reliable choice.

[StTucker]

From a technical perspective, the 1.2T high-power version delivers 116 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque at just 1,750 rpm. Compared to the old 1.6L engine's 110 horsepower, the new powerplant offers a more practical power band between 1,750-3,500 rpm. Daily commuting mostly falls within this rev range, making the driving experience feel even more responsive than the specs suggest. The dry dual-clutch transmission provides high efficiency, though the trade-off is avoiding prolonged semi-engagement in traffic jams. The Eco mode offers adequate power with good fuel economy for regular use, while Sport mode can instantly tap into the power reserves when needed.